Nielsen

Lead Data Scientist

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FMCG, Retail, Consumer ResearchIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Master's degree or higher in Statistics, Mathematics, Socioeconomics, or a related field, with at least three years of experience in FMCG, Retail, Consumer Research, or a related industry. Proficiency in Python (and ideally R) for data extraction, cleaning, analysis, and visualization is essential, along with experience in Databricks, PySpark, and SQL for querying large databases. Strong data engineering, process optimization, stakeholder management, and project management skills are required. Knowledge of consumer behavior, panels, metrics, and analytics, particularly within the European market, is highly valued. Excellent communication, collaboration, analytical thinking, leadership, problem-solving, and time management skills are necessary, as is a flexible and innovative mindset.

Responsibilities

The Lead Data Scientist will shape and activate innovative processes for measuring consumer shopping behavior and serve as the Single Point of Contact for measurement innovation across Europe. Responsibilities include collaborating with in-market and global teams to ensure successful product rollout, stability, and quality. This role involves translating methodological frameworks into market-specific implementations, ensuring technical accuracy, and driving scalable, reliable, and automated solutions. The position also requires managing projects, maintaining an end-to-end overview, and navigating challenging interactions to solve problems.

Skills

consumer behavior
panels
consumer metrics
analytics
data engineering
process optimization
receipt capture methodologies
stakeholder management
project management
agile
solution-oriented
decision making
coding
Statistics
Mathematics
Socioeconomics

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters
1963Year Founded
$45.1MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.
Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.
Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.
The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.
Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.
Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.
Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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